David J. Marks Designer Craftsman
David J. Marks
Artist’s Statement
“My work expresses a sense of time and mystery. My inspiration is derived from a fusion of styles including ancient Egyptian, African, Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Asian. But essential to all my designs is the attention I pay to fine details.
After studying art at Cabrillo College in Santa Cruz, I moved to Santa Rosa and began working in cabinet and furniture shops during the 1970s. In 1981, I opened my own Santa Rosa studio and built one-of-a-kind furniture throughout the 1980s. In the 90s, my focus shifted towards wood turning and sculpture.”Today, besides my continued work in fine woodworking, I am interested in
patination.The patina finish that is a trademark of my work, is a hybrid I’ve developed over the last decade. It combines painting, gilding (metal leafing), chemical patinas, and lacquering techniques. The complex layers result in something that gives the appearance of a faux, ancient, petrified stone quality.”
Sculptural Inlay Art
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David’s latest sculpture in progress:
Sculptural Inlay Art
David’s profile at www.finewoodworking.com
Thanks to his television show “Wood Works” on the DIY network, David Marks is recognized around the world. He began building furniture in 1981 out of his Santa Rosa, Calif., studio, but in the 1990s shifted his focus to wood turning and sculpture. Among his many achievements are two NICHE Awards in 2001 for excellence in his craft. Besides teaching classes, he has produced two DVDs: “Gilding and Chemical Patinations” and “Jigs and Fixtures for Curvilinear Woodworking.”
Video from The Wood Whisperer
http://thewoodwhisperer.com/79-david-marks-project-in-progress/
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Photo & Video of David Marks above is from www.thewoodwhisperer.com
Video From David Marks’ Website
http://www.djmarks.com/stories/djm-videos/Wall_Sculpture_Turning_Demo_Part_1_134436.asp